Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa Delivers Address at Inkosi DJ Hlabisa Celebration Ceremony

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The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Mr. Velenkosini Hlabisa will today address the Inkosi DJ Hlabisa celebration ceremony to be hosted by the Empembeni Traditional Council, in conjunction with the Hlabisa Royal Family. Also joining the celebration will be the Deputy Minister of COGTA, Prince Zolile Burns-Ncamashe.

The celebration commemorates 48 years of leadership and developmental endeavours pioneered by Inkosi Hlabisa which have positively impacted the lives of countless individuals and ensured substantial growth across multiple domains.

This celebration affords a platform not merely to pay tribute to Inkosi DJ Hlabisa’s contributions, but equally to highlight the role fulfilled by traditional leaders within the socio-economic development of South Africa.

Details of the celebration ceremony are as follows:

Date : 7 November 2025

Time : 09h00

Venue : Empembeni, Big Five Hlabisa Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal